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Intel Achieves 15-Year Revenue High with Margins Above 40%/17%, Plans 14A/18A Technology Risk Production
Overall sentiment: Very positive
Published Jul 25, 2026 · Retrieved Jul 25, 2026
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- Intel foundry revenue rose 31% year-over-year to $5.8 billion, with external foundry sales at $293 million (about 5%) Newsworthy Reliable Very positive
- Intel’s foundry segment posted a $2.1 billion operating loss despite improved 18A wafer output and yields Newsworthy Reliable Negative
- Intel plans to begin 18A-P risk production soon and start 14A risk production in the second half of 2027, targeting large-volume 14A production in 2028 Newsworthy Reliable Very positive
- Intel reported its strongest revenue growth in 15 years, with pro-forma gross margin exceeding 40% and operating margin hitting 17%, highest since early 2022–2024 Newsworthy Reliable Very positive
- Intel projects third-quarter revenue between $15.8 and $16.8 billion and adjusted EPS of $0.38, citing supply limits as data center demand outpaces capacity Newsworthy Reliable Very positive
- Intel signed 10 long-term deals to secure pricing and volume amid strong data center demand exceeding supply Relevant Reliable Positive
- Intel shares dropped about 8% after strong quarterly results, pressured by investor concerns over high AI spending and uncertain returns Relevant Reliable Very negative
- Analysts revised Intel’s price targets post-Q2 results, ranging from $80 to $110, with most ratings Neutral to Underweight Relevant Reliable Negative
Type: standard news · Analysis confidence: 95%
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